London’s long history dates back to the year 43 CE, when it was founded as Londinium by the Romans. Though not the capital of England at that time, the city quickly grew into an important stop for trading and eventually developed into the capital city it is today.
We’ve all had a lot of time on our hands over the coronavirus pandemic, and if you’ve been using it to learn more about your dream city escape post-pandemic, then you might be very knowledgeable about London by now. As one of the most popular city holiday destinations in the world, the surface of London hides its 2000-year-old history and with hotels implementing strict safety rules like the Montcalm COVID 19 updates.
Hidden beneath the city you’ll find remnants of centuries past, and whether you’re a history buff making a getaway in London or a family searching for activities to fill their holiday, there’ll undoubtedly be something historic and exciting that everyone can enjoy. From museums exploring the city’s history to forgotten landmarks nestled in its heart, this blog outlines some of the most captivating historical attractions in London.
Dating back to the Norman Conquest of Britain, the Tower of London was built by William the Conqueror as an imposing symbol of his rule over the country. The tower once protected the city from marauders but grew into at one point a royal dwelling, an exotic animal menagerie and even as a prison for the notorious Kray Twin gangsters. The Tower of London is now a major tourist attraction, complete with traditional Beefeater guards and the Crown Jewels, which have been on display there for over 600 years.
Walk in the footsteps of one of London’s greatest mysteries and try to work out who was Victorian serial killer Jack The Ripper? For grisly minded guests at The Montcalm Marble Arch Hotel London, the various Jack The Ripper tours around Whitechapel will have you meet and interact with victims of the Ripper and see evidence of the slaughters in the very places they happened.
Based on Folgate Street in Shoreditch, this Spitalfields museum-cum-art installation is one of the most unique historic attractions in the city. Here you’ll find a house renovated to resemble an 18th-century Huguenot silk-weaving family’s home through the ages and spanning from Georgian to Victorian-era decor, right up to the beginning of the 20th century. This house is made even more authentic by its uneaten food, soundscapes of home life and bedrooms resembling those of the protestant exiles from France. This unique attraction is a beautiful and rather eerie take on museum curation and doubles up as an art piece by the mid-20th-century artist who made his home there.
You can still find the remains of this 200 CE wall that once protected London around the Barbican and City of London area. With remains visible from the Museum of London and close to London Bridge, if walls could speak, this one would have a lot to say.
As one of the major transportation hubs in London, Paddington Station is the perfect starting point for exploring the city's… Read More
There are plenty of souvenir and gift guides out there that will tell you to buy double decker bus fridge… Read More
London is one of the greenest cities in the world, boasting over 3,000 parks and public spaces, and with its… Read More
London is home to thousands of parks- in fact, it is one of the highest ranking cities in the world… Read More
London is one of the world's most vibrant and exciting cities, with a rich history, diverse culture, and thriving business… Read More
There can be no denying that the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III will be a pretty important event in… Read More